named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
A-B-C / Gold-Silver-Bronze Meets
Entry-level swim meets with no qualification standards, designed to help swimmers develop skills and gain experience in competition
Championship Meets
Competitive meets divided into Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels, featuring preliminary and final rounds; swimmers must meet time standards to advance
Eastern Zone Meet
Regional competition held twice yearly for top swimmers from the Northeastern U.S.; qualification based on district rankings and time standards
Nutrition and Wellness Education
Guidance for swimmers on sleep, nutrition, hydration, and supplementation to support athletic performance and overall health
Speedo Sectional Meet
High-level regional meet with strict time standards; includes individual and relay events, with partial expense reimbursement from the Niagara District
Stroke Development and Level One Groups
Introductory swim program for young athletes, featuring the Balloon Meet—a team time trial—to introduce swimmers and parents to competitive environments
Weight Training Program
Resistance training program for senior group swimmers (typically age 13+), focusing on injury prevention, strength, and athletic performance
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 4 activities
- Administer certification programs for swim officialsOffers a capacity-building pathway for parents to become certified USA Swimming officials through online courses, testing, and hands-on apprenticeship at swim meets.
- Host and organize annual and biannual swim meetsHosts five annual swimming events at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center, including the Natalie Lewis Spring Invite and Niagara Long Course Championships, with participation from hundreds of swimmers across Western New York and Southern Ontario. Also hosts the biannual Balloon Meet for novice swimmers.
- Provide swim instruction and competitive swimming programs for youthOffers structured swim training and competitive opportunities for children across multiple skill levels, including stroke development, personal best tracking, and participation in regional and long course meets. Programs emphasize life skills such as integrity, responsibility, and goal setting.
- Support youth participation in regional and long course swim competitionsOrganizes and supports team participation in external swim meets such as the STAR KICK OFF, Buffalo Sports Commission Summer Invite, and Niagara Long Course Championships, with swimmers achieving personal bests, gold/silver times, and championship qualifications across levels 2–8.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Host annual team recognition eventsOrganizes and hosts the annual Titans Swim Banquet to recognize team achievements and contributions.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Implement athlete safety and anti-bullying policiesEndorses and enforces USA Swimming’s Safe Sport and Safety programs, including the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP), and provides multiple reporting channels for athletes to report bullying, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all members.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$399K
Contributions & grants$226K56%
Program service revenue$171K43%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$446K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$241K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$126K
Cash$126K
Investments$0
Liabilities$498
Net assets$125K
Liquid reserves3.4 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -9.2%
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Aquatic Center Partner — Host venue for the 2026 Natalie Lewis Spring Invite swim meet.
- Buffalo Sports Commission Partner — Hosted the summer swim invite in which the Tonawanda Titans Swim Club participated.
- ECC’s Flickinger Aquatic Center Partner — Facility where the Buffalo Sports Commission Summer Invite was held and where the swim club competed.
- Niagara District Network — Participates in the Niagara District for regional competition qualification and receives partial expense reimbursement for qualifying swimmers at sectional and zone meets.
- Niagara Swimming Partner — Collaborates on Safe Sport initiatives, including reporting and whistleblower policies, under the local swimming association.
- TeamUnify Partner — Uses TeamUnify platform for team website and coach contact information.
- Tim Bennett Partner — Team Coach and Age Group Coordinator responsible for new member registration and evaluation.
- Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center Partner — Hosted the 2026 Niagara Championship Qualifier at its facility located at 1 Pool Plaza, Tonawanda, NY.
- Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks, and Recreation Department Partner — Sponsor and supporter of the Tonawanda Titans Swim Club
- USA Swimming Government — Follows USA Swimming guidelines for official certification and competition standards.
- USA Swimming Network — Adopts USA Swimming's Code of Conduct and Safe Sport policies, including the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy and anti-bullying standards.
- USA Swimming Network — Member organization within USA Swimming's national swim network, adhering to its Safe Sport and MAAPP policies.
strategies · 1
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Holistic Youth Development Through Swimmingmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy integrating swim instruction with life lessons, team unity, and family participation, the organization fosters personal growth and individual potential in youth because structured aquatic activities are seen as a vehicle for broader developmental outcomes beyond athletic skill.